Welcome to the Clermont County Park District

Recreation

The Clermont County Park District offers something for all guests – from active recreation like hiking, canoeing/kayaking or enjoying a bike ride, to more leisurely pursuits like enjoying a picnic or fishing. Explore and enjoy at your own pace.

Education

Clermont County Park District naturalists offer a variety of nature education programs to schools, scout groups, civic organizations and the general public. Nearly 5,000 people attend our naturalist programs annually.

Conservation

The Clermont County Park District conserves and preserves natural resources in the county. The park district manages six parks, three nature preserves, a hike/bike trail and several green spaces encompassing nearly 800 acres. Recent conservation projects include a wetland restoration at Shor Park and green space protection along the East Fork of the Little Miami River.

Chilo Lock 34 Visitor Center

Overview
The Chilo Lock 34 Visitor Center and Museum occupies the former operations building at the former Ohio River Lock and Dam #34, which closed in 1964. The Clermont County Park District renovated the building and opened the Visitor Center and Museum in 2005. “Living and Working with the Ohio River” is the theme for many of the interactive exhibits and displays. The Visitor Center is home to the Park District’s annual Chili Cook-off in October and celebrates spring with its season-opening festivities the second Saturday in April (April 14 in 2018). In August of 2018, the Visitor Center and Museum will host Steamboatin’ Days, a month-long celebration featuring new exhibits, lectures and live entertainment.

Visitor Center Hours of Operation11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.
Admission is free.
For more information, please call the visitor center at 513-876-9013.